The Chemistry Major

Planning a St. Olaf College Chemistry Major

This is the document handed out at department information sessions. It gives an overview of the specific courses required for the chemistry major, including requirements for the American Chemical Society accredited major.

How can I get Distinction in Chemistry at St. Olaf?

The Departmental Distinction program in chemistry seeks to encourage and recognize students who give evidence of creative and independent scholarship. This Word document explains how you can get Distinction in Chemistry. For the current year's Distinction in Chemistry deadlines, click here.

What can I do with a chemistry major?

This is a partial list of career paths that chemistry majors can take after graduation. (Compiled by Paul Jackson.)

What are St. Olaf College Chemistry alumni doing?

This is a list of career paths taken by 215 alumni who graduated with a chemistry major between 1980 and 1990 and who resided in Minnesota on 8/1/2001.

Independent Study in Chemistry

Students who have completed an independent study in chemistry may have their projects listed here.

GRE Information for Senior Chemistry Majors

If you are planning to take the Graduate Record Examination in the subject of chemistry, take a look here.

St. Olaf College Degree Planner

Shows you what courses you have taken, how you are progressing in the major, and what courses are available or have been available recently. (Log in as 'guest' to get a sample or use your St. Olaf login for customized information just for you.)

St. Olaf College Catalog Description for Chemistry

(Opens in a new window.)Requirements for the Major, Concentrations, course descriptions, etc.